Our Approach

We provide property owners with a professional, reliable and cost-effective solution to managing the problems caused by leaving buildings vacant.

Instead of leaving property empty and at risk of antisocial behaviour and dilapidation our trusted guardians protect and secure the premises in return for a safe and affordable housing solution.

How Guardianship Works

DEX’s extensively vetted property guardians secure property on a 24/7 basis at zero cost to the property owner. They ensure the building is well cared for and maintained, whilst protecting against risks such as vandalism, squatters and asset stripping.

Allowing property guardians to live on your premises maximises protection whilst delivering substantial savings against traditional security solutions, such as site patrols, security guards and alarm systems. In some cases, guardians can even provide a revenue opportunity to property owners.

DEX’s in-house team are able to turn most properties into habitable, safe and affordable spaces for Property Guardians to live and thrive in. Property Guardianship brings property back into use whilst giving young professionals, key-workers and creatives a chance to live more affordably.

The Benefits

Property Guardians offer a flexible solution that delivers substantial savings compared to traditional security solutions. Guardians remove the hassle of managing empty property whilst caring and maintain buildings, positively impacting on the local community, and in some cases, even creating a revenue stream for owners.

The guardian process

Step 1

Contact

Contact the team via phone or our website to arrange an inspection of your building.
Step 1

Step 2

SITE VISIT

We will visit your property and provide a bespoke report detailing our recommendations on how best to secure your empty building
Step 2

Step 3

FIT OUT

Our in-house teams and specialist contactors will set about making the property habitable, ensuring all safety standards are met. This is normally done within 10 working days and at zero cost to the property owner.
Step 3

Step 4

MOVE IN GUARDIANS

We place carefully and extensively vetted guardians into the property, under a license to occupy agreement.
Step 4

Step 5

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Our operations team is available 24/7 and we carry out regular inspections and day to day maintenance of your property. This service is provided free of charge.
Step 5

Step 6

HANDBACK

Guardians will be given 28 days to vacate the property, after which the building will be handed back in its original state – if not better.
Step 6

Still have questions?

Check out our frequently asked questions if you still have some questions around property guardianship and if its right for you.
Or speak to a member of our team – they will be happy to answer any questions you may have.